Chapter 6 part 2 Flashcards
Diana Baumrind described three parenting styles. A fourth was added later by other theorists. What is this fourth type called?
a. the uninvolved parent
b. the disengaged parent
c. the authoritarian parent
d. the permissive parent
a. the uninvolved parent
Which type of parents are strong on obligations and responsibilities but weak on recognizing children’s individuality?
a. authoritarian parents
b. permissive parents
c. authoritative parents
d. punitive parents
a. authoritarian parents
What often happens to children who grow up in authoritarian families?
a. They become more responsible adults because standards are clear.
b. They experience both high expectations and regard for their wishes.
c. They are much less likely to be spanked because they are obedient.
d. They may become submissive or defiant and rebellious.
d. They may become submissive or defiant and rebellious.
Caitlyn’s parents encourage her to make her own decisions and to express her individual personality. They set few rules and expect her to do little to help around the house, unless she wants to. What parenting style are they using?
a. authoritative
b. permissive
c. caring
d. lackadaisical
b. permissive
How are children with authoritative parents often described?
a. as defiant and rebellious
b. as selfish and undisciplined
c. as competent and friendly
d. as detached and submissive
c. as competent and friendly
Emma’s parents are authoritative. According to the text, which of the following is probably most typical of their parenting?
a. They emphasize Emma’s responsibilities, but let her make few decisions.
b. They feel that Emma should make her own decisions, even if they are inconvenient.
c. They have high expectations for Emma, and allow no excuses if she fails to achieve them.
d. They have high expectations for Emma, but respect her as an individual.
d. They have high expectations for Emma, but respect her as an individual.
Which type of parents are cold and distant?
a. authoritarian
b. uninvolved
c. disengaged
d. permissive
b. uninvolved
What has research shown about spanking?
a. It is prIt is probably more effective than nonviolent forms of discipline in changing children’s behaviour.
b. It is prIt is probably less effective than nonviolent forms of discipline in changing children’s behaviour.
c. It is prIt is probably just as effective as nonviolent forms of discipline in changing children’s behaviour.
b. It is prIt is probably less effective than nonviolent forms of discipline in changing children’s behaviour.
According to one Canadian study, which of the following was more at risk of parental psychological violence than were children from separated families?
a. children of teenage mothers
b. children of cohabiting parents with low levels of conflict
c. children from two-parent families with high levels of conflict
d. children who were adopted
c. children from two-parent families with high levels of conflict
How do family stories help socialize children?
a. by emphasizing family values
b. by teaching them the correct way to do things
c. by making children believe that their family is the best
d. by weaving families and kin together
a. by emphasizing family values
Though sociologists fear family time is decreasing, which of the following might be the result?
a. It may lead to better outcomes for children from conflict-ridden families.
b. The extended family will still be involved in recreational activities and routine care.
c. Schools will take over many of the primary socialization tasks.
d. Shared activities such as playing and teaching will increase.
d. Shared activities such as playing and teaching will increase.
How did one study find that children living in affluent neighbourhoods scored on tests of school readiness compared with children living in poorer areas?
a. Children living in affluent neighbourhoods scored lower.
b. Children living in affluent neighbourhoods scored the same.
c. Children living in affluent neighbourhoods scored higher.
d. There was no relationship between neighbourhood and school readiness.
c. Children living in affluent neighbourhoods scored higher.
According to the text, which of the following is true for the preschool children of parents who have a lower educational level?
a. They are more likely to learn to go online at an earlier age.
b. They watch more entertainment programs on television.
c. They are more likely to have enrichment opportunities such as day camp.
d. They go to library story time more frequently.
b. They watch more entertainment programs on television.
What did a recent survey find about Quebec parents compared with those in other provinces?
a. Quebec parents are less likely to spank their children as a form of discipline.
b. Quebec parents are more likely to believe that using flash cards will make babies smarter.
c. Quebec parents are less likely to encourage children’s in-group ties.
d. Quebec parents are more likely to restrict children’s contact with friends.
a. Quebec parents are less likely to spank their children as a form of discipline.
According to the text, although Aboriginal families across Canada are a diverse population what do they tend to value?
a. nature and animals
b. respect for elders and nature
c. independence and spontaneity
d. interdependence of all life and spirituality
d. interdependence of all life and spirituality
